JULY 2020
SPECIAL #BLM EDITION: AMPLIFYING BLACK, INDIGENOUS + POC VOICES FROM FASHION AND THE ARTS
Model: Nova Stevens Photographer: Christina Lazar-Schuler Makeup: Faye Smith
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Model: Joni Kim Photographer: Christina Lazar-Schuler MUA: Chelsea-Rose Falk Hair: Freddy Sim Styling: Sarah D'Arcey Retouching: Nam Nguyen
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Photographer: Vince Hemingson Models: Ava Vanderstarren and Fazineh Keita (partners)
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Model: Ti (Jager Model Management) Photographer: Christina Lazar-Schuler Makeup + Hair: Jenn Nakatsuru Styling: Christina Lazar-Schuler
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Photographer: fogfever Models: atheing.b + daniellereddyy + elladmello + mariajade_d HMUA: hausofgodly / paintedbygodly Stylist: i_spy_cy
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Model: Anyiech Chut Photographer: Christina Lazar-Schuler Makeup: Michael Fels Stylist: Sarah D'Arcey
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Model: Lilian Liu Photographer: Christina Lazar-Schuler MUA: Heidi Cheung Hair: Jen Mathison Styling: Sarah D'Arcey
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Model: Vijay Persaud Photographers: Ray Muise, Curtis Ulrich, Kristina Cajipe + Csaba Diglics
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Model: Manbir Nahal Photographer: Kevin Hugh
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Model: Ashya Elizabeth Photographer: Christina Lazar-Schuler Makeup: Heidi Cheung Hair: Amanda Straith Accessories: Inner Wolf Jewelry
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Jessica Sakeskanip @sakeskanip contacted me and asked if I would be interested in doing a Portrait session with a twist. We wanted to portray a specific and meaningful part of her - her cultural identity as a First Nations woman. Being myself of mostly eastern European descent I knew that I would need to take the student role-- no amount of research will ever allow a person to fully understand another's culture. That in my opinion is the difference between 'book smarts' and that intuitive knowing and pride that comes when we have a firm identity of who we are and where our ancestors come from. I was curious on how she felt about a photographer and other parts of the team not sharing the same culture. @sakeskanip said, "I feel it's even more culturally significant. Here was a large group of people, come to quash and silence my culture to smithereens, yet now, here is a person of that people come to bring that culture back to life. It speaks volumes about what our combined cultures are like-- TODAY. We need so much to focus on that now. History is history, it does shape us, but we need to know who we are now through it all. And who we are is intertwined and powerful together. Just like the meaning of my last name, Sakeskanip. The Eagle clan and Bear clan holding to each other, gracing one another with more strength. For a very long time I was afraid to show this side of myself, but through this collaboration I was able to speak through that hidden side. Sam enabled that, and the images we produced show that proud little voice. Through Sam's understanding of what I really wanted, she was able to help in its power and deliverance." Portrait photography is a way we can celebrate who we are, share with others how we identify ourselves and create a space to learn about our culture and other cultures, to find ways to respect and understand our differences-- and similarities. I asked how Gina Kang, our brilliant makeup artist got ready for the shoot and her thoughts about the outcome. She said, "To get inspired I did lots of research and looked through various sources. Sometimes I am inspired by artists' work, scenery; it can be anything really. I wanted to be as authentic as possible to the culture and knew I needed to ask a lot of questions. I loved working on this project and it was a fantastic learning experience for me. I would love to do a project like this again." I asked @royaldissension, the designer behind the shoot, what her inspiration was and she said, "The primary inspiration for these headpieces and jewelry was the model, Jessica-- the rest came from a complex web of art, politics and history. I have worked with Jessica before and was very impacted by her gentleness and genuine kindness. Jessica's desire to honor her ancestors immediately awoke my own. We both identify as Canadian Indigenous women. In Jessica's request, I recognized its importance and its potential. Normally, I shy away from making any headdresses that resembles historical Aboriginal or Indigenous fashions. There is no 'market' for them. The political backlash of such art has always impacted me deeply, leaving me aching for a solution to an epic problem. “How do I share my dying culture? How do I keep it alive? “Here in fact, Jessica and Sam were presenting me with an opportunity not only to work within traditional styles but to freely apply my own imagination to them. For the first time ever, I could design without the judging presence of people who would not understand. These pieces came out of me in a matter of hours. The creative flow was strong, governed by something that needed to speak. What came from me was the fusion of both worlds that Jessica and I live in."
Photographer: Sam Kaczur Model: Jessica Sakeskanip Headdress + Jewelry Designer: Royal Dissension Makeup Artistry: Gina Kang
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All beauty and nail work on the following pages were designed and executed by Tatiana Tavares Model, photographer and stylist credits are noted on the editorial page that follow... A few words from Tatiana... I’ve been in the Beauty industry in some respect for almost a decade. Last year I took the leap into entrepreneurship and settled into my dream space March 2020. Getting beauty services should be fun, and I love to create an environment that makes people feel happy and comfortable to be themselves! Being able to use my creativity regularly is amazing but the favourite part of my job is getting to know each client on a personal level. Tat’s Haus is a private Gastown Beauty studio where the beauty enthusiast can get pretty and creative! I am currently offering customized manicure and lash extension services, with late evening hours. Hopefully accepting makeup clients in the near future!
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Photographer: Aparte Photography Model: NY artist Junglepussy Stylist: Lillea Goian
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NOIR BOUDOIR Photographer: Elham Badrian Model/Stylist: Helen Proskow Model: Lola Badrian Hair: Haley Stuart Wardrobe: One Delirious Dream
Model: Marion Aregheore Photographer: Maryna Yazbeckistan
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Model: Brandi Alexander Photographer: Christina Lazar-Schuler Makeup: Micah Gilbert Hair: Jen Mathison
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Model: Jihan Amer Photographer: Christina Lazar-Schuler Makeup / Styling: Jihan Amer
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Photographer: Giorgio Verzoletto Model: Nova Stevens Agency: Charles Stuart Intl Makeup: Maegan Gregoire Fashion Designer: Giovanna Ricci
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Model: Jason Pillay Photographer: Christina Lazar-Schuler Grooming: Graden van Erklens Styling: Jason Pillay
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